Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour

5.0 (146 reviews) Athens, Greece
Duration4h
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Overview

Greece is the place where philosophy was born and thrived. Accompanied by a member of our team, you will journey through time in all the philosophical movements of ancient Greece and discover deep connections with our Myths and Gods of Olympus.

Democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics and many other applied sciences stem from philosophy and, naturally, philosophers are considered the world’s first intellectuals. Through a 4 hour private walking tour you will learn every interesting fact about philosophers from Thales of Miletus to Socrates and Plato, and from Aristotle to the Cynic philosopher Diogenes of Sinope, whose famous answer towards Alexander the Great “Stand out of my sunlight”, when he was asked whether there was any favour he might do for him, is indicative of his character.

You will get acquainted with the most important myths of the ancient greek world such as the story behind the birth of goddess Athena and everything around mischievous god Hermes.

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Athens Highlights: Myths & Philosophers Walking Tour

Private tour

Semi-Private VIP

What's included

  • Bottled water
  • Coffee and/or Tea
  • Personal expenses
  • Entrance fees to any point of interest

What to expect

  1. Academy of Athens
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    You will see the Trilogy of Athens and journey through time in all the philosophical movements of ancient Greece!
  2. Numismatic Museum
    Pass by
    The museum houses one of the greatest collections of coins, ancient and modern, in the world.
  3. Hellenic Parliament
    15m
    In front of the Hellenic Parliament, you will witness one of the oldest traditions in Greece, the Changing of the Presidential Guard.
  4. National Garden
    15m
    Walk around the garden and learn about democracy, physics, astronomy, ethics and many other applied sciences which stem from the Greek philosophy.
  5. Ermou Street
    15m
    Learn everything around mischievous god Hermes!
  6. Monastiraki
    Pass by
    The area is named after the Church of the Pantanassa that is located within the square.
  7. Ancient Agora of Athens
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    Ancient Agora is the place where Stoic philosophy was born in the Poikile Stoa.
  8. Tower of the Winds
    15m · Admission ticket not included
    While admiring the famous Tower of Winds, we will learn everything about Aiolos, the keeper of the winds.
  9. Anafiotika
    20m
    In Plaka area and Anafiotika, on the foot of the Acropolis, you will learn about the Cinic philosophers!
  10. Areopago
    15m
    The tour will be concluded on the Areopagus hill with a breathtaking view of the Acropolis and myths about the Olympian gods!

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

Outside Panepistimio Metro Station (Panepistimiou str.)

End point

Areopagus Hill

Additional information

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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